Job Applied for Administrative Assistant, Legal

Objective:

Dedicated and accomplished lawyer with 5 years of experience in Bangalore, India seeking a challenging position to utilize my legal expertise, advocacy skills, and commitment to justice. I am passionate about providing clients with effective representation and achieving positive outcomes.

Detail-oriented and organized lawyer assistant with a strong understanding of property law procedures and Family excellent communication skills. Seeking a challenging position as property lawyer assistant, and family lawyer assistant to provide comprehensive support to attorneys and contribute to the success of a property law firm.

Special Skills:

Fluent in Legal Terminology

Document Control

Daily Docket Reports

Calendar and Scheduling

Critical Thinking

Case Management

Family Law Familiarity

Word, Excel & Power Point

Confidentiality

Education:

Paralegal Course Studying in CIMT College, Hurontario Street, Brampton, Ontario.

NCA Assessment Approved

Master of Law (LLM) - {Constitutional Law} - May 2022 – CMR University Autonomous, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Bachelor of Law (LLB) - May 2018 – Karnataka State Law University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Bachelor of Arts - {Economics} - May 2015 – Bangalore University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Visa Status: Permanent Residence -

Bar Admission:

Admitted to the Bar of Karnataka, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

All India Bar Council

Professional Experience:

21st Century IT Services Inc.

15-7955 Torbram Road, Brampton, Ontario, L6T 5B9

Office Assistant Jul 2023 to Till Date

Assisted in organizing and maintaining office operations, including filing, data entry, and managing correspondence.

Managed incoming calls and greeted visitors, providing them with a warm and professional reception.

Coordinated appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for staff members.

Handled email correspondence and responded to inquiries in a timely and efficient manner.

Maintained office supplies inventory, placed orders when necessary, and ensured the office was always well-stocked.

Assisted in preparing reports, presentations, and documents using Microsoft Office tools.

Collaborated with team members to support special projects and events.

Provided administrative support to various departments, including data entry, document preparation, and filing.

Contributed to improving office efficiency by suggesting and implementing process improvements.

Praveen S Reddy, Advocate

22/1, 1st Floor, 2nd Main Road, Gandhi Nagar

Bengaluru, Karnataka 560 009, India

Legal Assistant Nov 2018 to Jun 2023

Collaborated with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to achieve common objectives. Demonstrated strong teamwork and leadership skills in managing complex cases with multiple stakeholders.

Participated in legal seminars and workshops to stay updated on changes in the law. Maintained current knowledge of legal developments and best practices to provide the highest level of legal representation.

Assisted senior attorneys in complex litigation cases. Conducted research and drafted memoranda, contributing to successful case strategies.

Prepared discovery requests and responses, interrogatories, and requests for production of documents. Ensured timely and accurate handling of discovery processes, supporting efficient case preparation.

Reviewed and analyzed evidence and documents to build a strong case strategy. Identified key evidence and prepared exhibits for trial, strengthening the clients' positions in court.

Assisted in drafting and reviewing contracts and legal agreements. Ensured contracts complied with legal requirements and protected clients' interests.

Family Law

Extensive knowledge of family law, including divorce, child custody, adoption, and domestic violence.

Proficient in conducting legal research and drafting legal documents specific to family law cases.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective client interactions and team collaboration.

Strong organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple cases and meet deadlines.

Compassionate and empathetic approach when dealing with clients going through emotional family matters.

Proficient in using legal software and case management systems.

Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and case file management.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Strong interpersonal skills to establish rapport with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Property Law

Comprehensive knowledge of property law, including real estate transactions, landlord-tenant law, and property litigation.

Excellent drafting skills for legal documents specific to property law cases, such as property purchase agreements, lease agreements, and title documents.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective client interactions and team collaboration.

Exceptional organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple cases and meet deadlines.

Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation, case file management, and court filings.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Strong interpersonal skills to establish rapport with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Assisted property law attorneys in preparing a wide range of legal documents, including property purchase agreements, lease agreements, title documents, and closing documents.

Skills:

Strong knowledge of property lawyer, family lawyer etc.

Trial preparation, courtroom advocacy, and cross-examination.

Contract drafting, negotiation, and review.

Client counseling, communication, and relationship management.

Team collaboration, leadership, and mentoring.

Attention to detail, time management, and multitasking.

Languages:

Fluent in English, Hindi, Tamil & Kannada

References:

Available upon request.

Behavioral & Leadership

Adaptable: Achievement, Customer Focused

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